High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) with 1080p HD Upconversion
If you're looking to pump high-definition DVD playback into your HD displays or projectors, this recorder will do the job. It has a high-bandwidth processor capable of upconverting 720p, 1080i and 1080p through the HDMI output. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
Front-Panel DV (IEEE) Input
Simply connect your digital video camera to the DR420's DV front-input terminal, and you're ready to record images onto a DVD recordable disc. In addition, it offers an S-Video input with stereo RCA inputs within the front-panel.
REGZA LINK (HDMI CEC)
REGZA LINK makes controlling multiple components easy. Just connect this unit to other compatible devices using an HDMI cable, and then control them using one remote.
Recordable Discs with Auto Finalize
Record your favorite shows onto DVD-R (video mode), DVD-RW (VR and video mode), DVD+R (video mode), and DVD+RW (VR mode) discs. It records in the following modes: XP/1 hr, SP/2 hr, LP/4 hr, EP/6 hr, and SLP/8 hr. In addition, it offers Auto Finalize with Undo, which simplifies the recording task by automatically finalizing the recording for DVD disc compatibility with standard players.
Multi-Format Playback
Experience superb versatility with the ability to playback DVD-Video, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW, SVCD, VCD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, MP3, WMA and JPEG images.
Progressive Scan
The DR420 is a progressive-scan DVD player, capable of scanning an entire video frame at once; scan-lines commonly associated with interlaced video are drastically reduced. The result is a spectacularly clear image with no motion artifacts (stair-stepping), and details so sharp they seem as if they're etched onto the screen.
One Touch Recording
One Touch Recording makes recording your favorite show simple. Connect this unit to your cable or satellite box and you are set to record with the push of one button. Please note: an external tuner source is required to record television programming.
Component Video Output
It achieves greater color accuracy and high resolution playback capability when connected via the component output to your projector, plasma and/or LCD/CRT televisions.
Built-In Dolby Digital Decoder
With a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, it reproduces surround sound fidelity and sonic realism from your favorite movie soundtracks. It's capable of advanced 24-bit processing and an outstanding sampling frequency of 192KHz.
Full-Feature Remote Control
This unit includes a full-feature remote control capable of executing specific commands such slow motion, fast scan, instant skip, and on-screen display. It's also able to execute every command from any angle up to ±30°.
Multi-Language System
This player offers the ability to select language preferences; it supports English, Spanish, and French languages.